August 3, 2010

Editor's note: Here's a look at what we're following and talking about this morning. Chime in on what you're talking about in the comments below, or on our blog or Facebook page.

What we're following:

- BP hopes to start 'Static Kill' today on biggest gusher in U.S. history

- NYC panel clears the way for controversial Islamic cultural center and mosque near Ground Zero

- Historic floods affect millions in Pakistan

And did you see...

- New study: Having a sister is good for you.

- Princeton review survey names top party school, hardest-studying and happiest students

- Brett Favre tells his teammates he plans to retire. This time, he means it.

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